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National Veterinary Associates

Veterinarian at National Veterinary Associates

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Job Description

Family Pet Clinic of Richland Hills is seeking a Veterinarian to join our collaborative and compassionate team.


About Our Hospital

Our mission is to deliver exceptional veterinary medicine while building lasting relationships with our clients and their pets. We foster a supportive, team-oriented culture where doctors are empowered to practice high-quality medicine with confidence and autonomy.

We recently completed a full clinic remodel featuring new flooring, updated cabinetry, and the addition of a fourth exam room—creating a bright, modern, and efficient workspace that enhances workflow and patient care.

Why Join Us?

  • Autonomy
  • Practice medicine your way
  • Make individualized medical decisions for each client
  • Ability to pursue your medical interests, including surgery and advanced services

Support

For new graduates, this role offers direct mentorship from the Medical Director and participation in NVA's structured 12-month Mentorship Program. In this program, our Associate Doctor will have access to:

  • One-on-one surgical and medical support from Dr. Jodi Long, current President of TVMA and Oklahoma Mentor
  • A suite of wellness programming focused on stress management and cultivating a balanced approach to your life
  • A cohort of other new graduate ADVMs in Texas with planned social events, team bonding, and engagement opportunities

Compensation

  • Up to $150,000 per year (DOE)
  • Production pay and performance bonus opportunities
  • Signing bonus and/or relocation assistance available

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • HSA/FSA options
  • Paid time off
  • Generous CE allowance and CE days
  • Paid memberships (AVMA, state boards, VIN)
  • Professional development assistance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule

If you’re looking to practice excellent medicine in a newly remodeled, supportive hospital with a strong work-life balance, we’d love to connect. Apply today! 


National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

Typical mid-level pay: $126k for Veterinarians nationally

National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$126k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$70k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $213k

Top performers earn significantly more—skill and negotiation matter.

Senior roles pay 64% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.

Balanced market

Pay is responsive to skills and negotiation. Position yourself as a specialist.

Hiring leverage
Balanced
Wage leverage
Moderate
Mobility
Limited

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Credentialed candidates
Weaker for: Self-taught practitioners

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Watch out for

Limited mobility: Few adjacent roles—switching employers is harder.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Growth + pay upside

Both the field and your earnings can grow significantly.

+10%
10yr growth
Typical: Doctoral or professional degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024